Julieanne O’Connor helps high-achieving Dentists and CEOs to leverage their influence because they are often overworked and overwhelmed. Having helped countless professionals to out-pace their competition using strategic planning, influence, and leadership training combined with burnout prevention strategies, O’Connor offers her dental industry secrets for sustainable success on stages internationally.

O’Connor is an “Influence Coach” and an award-winning Author, Actor, TEDx Speaker, and Strategist who has been named “Best New Author” by Amazon. Star of Super Bowl commercial Pug Attack. O’Connor has been featured on Adweek, Adage, WSJ, CNN, USA Today, to name a few.

O’Connor is the author of Spelling It Out for Your Career, Spelling It Out for Your Man, co-author of Raving Referrals for Dentists (2023 New Release) and is a contributing author for There’s No Standing Still, How to Grow a Profitable Dental Practice (coming soon).

Faculty 4M Institute

Faculty American Dental Institute

Founder Nano-Podcast Alliance for Dentists

Director ZLinked Marketing & Advertising for Dentists

CEO Animal Impulse, Ltd.

Founder, SIO Dream Fund

Member:  National Speakers Association – Professional Member

Member:  Executive Speakers Bureau

Certified Strategic Intervention and Quality of Life Coach

Certified Corporate Trainer

CONTACT:  InfluentialDentists@gmail.com

Michael Keeter is a seasoned Advisor, Director of Business Development, Trainer, and Connection Strategist with over 30 years of experience in the dental and medical sales industries. Demonstrating a profound commitment to delivering innovative and high-quality products and services, he enhances experiences and outcomes for patients and clinicians alike. In his current role as the Director of Business Development at AvaDent by Global Dental Science, Michael leads the strategy and execution of sales and marketing initiatives, with a specialized focus on a diverse array of digitally designed removable and implant-supported prostheses.

His expertise lies in several core competencies, including Key Account Management, where he excels in ensuring client satisfaction and loyalty, New Business Development, actively identifying and pursuing new growth opportunities, and Digital Dentistry Solutions, specializing in cutting-edge digital solutions that enhance efficiency and precision.

Throughout his career, Michael has consistently exceeded sales goals, built strong relationships with key opinion leaders and customers, and successfully expanded market share and revenue. His accomplishments include receiving prestigious awards such as the President’s Club Award and Rookie of the Year Award, as well as holding membership in the North America Sales Advisory Board, reflecting his notable leadership and expertise in the industry.

With a mission to establish himself as the undisputed value leader and growth partner in the digital dentistry space, Michael is dedicated to advancing the field with innovative solutions and strategic partnerships. His extensive professional journey includes roles at AvaDent, Cloud Dentistry, Nobel Biocare, Novartis Pharmaceuticals, Abbott Laboratories, and Angelica Corporation.

Michael holds a BS in Marketing and Management from the University of Oregon, where he was a Full Scholarship Athlete. Outside of his professional pursuits, he enjoys supporting the Oregon Ducks, spending time with family and friends, engaging in sports, and fostering teamwork, success, and transparency.

Dr. Daniel Fenton serves as the Chief Clinical Officer of Education and Training for Affordable Care. He was born and raised in Florida where he currently resides with his wife, and his young daughter and son. He attended the University of Florida on full academic scholarship, where he received his Bachelor of Science degree. He furthered his studies at Columbia University in New York City where he matriculated in their Post Baccalaureate Sciences program. Dr. Fenton was one of five students selected to participate in Nova Southeastern University’s Masters of Biomedical Science program. Upon completion, he attended NSU’s College of Dental Medicine where he received his doctorate degree.

Following graduation from dental school at Nova Southeastern University, he was one of 4 students in the country selected to complete an additional twelve month internship training program in Oral/Maxillofacial Surgery at Jackson Memorial Hospital/Ryder Trauma Center in Miami, FL. His experience there increased his proficiency in dentoalveolar procedures such as surgical tooth extractions, wisdom teeth extractions, tori excisions, alveoplasty, hard and soft tissue biopsies, bone grafting, and dental implant protocols. Consequently, the additional surgical training has increased his gravitation toward the surgical aspect of general dentistry and distinguishes him among general dentists whom perform oral surgery. Dr. Fenton is an extensively trained general dentist who discovered his passion for pre-prosthetic surgery and denture fabrication while employment through the National Health Service Corps following dental school graduation. His tenure with Affordable Care began in 2013, progressed as a multiple practice owner, and culminated in his recent appointment to Clinical Director.

He avidly enjoys continuing education and has accumulated over 2,500 additional hours since dental school graduation; including the AAID Maxi Course, Misch Implant Education Continuum, Dawson Occlusion Seminar, and hands-on implant training at the Garg Implant Institute; propelling him to reach Fellowship status within The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), Associate Fellowship status within the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, (AAID), and Diplomat status within International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI) – the highest honor among the largest and most renown dental implant organization in the world. He is currently a standing member of the Florida Dental Association (FDA), American Dental Association (ADA), Academy of Osseointegration (AO), American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), and Atlantic Coast Dental Association (ACDA). He holds Diplomat status within the International Dental Implant Association (IDIA) and fellowship status within the American Academy of Implant Prosthodontics (AAIP). Dr. Fenton also holds certifications for the administration of nitrous oxide and conscious sedation as well as Advanced Cardiac Life Support. He is a faculty educator at Implant Pathway, The Engel Institute, Biohorizons, and Zest Inc.

Dr. Fenton has participated in several pro bono volunteer medical missions to third world countries in order to provide oral healthcare to the indigent populations of Mexico, Peru, Jamaica, Costa Rica, and the Dominican Republic. When Dr. Fenton is not spending his time perfecting his patient’s smiles, he enjoys traveling with his family, cheering for his beloved Florida Gators / Miami Dolphins, snowboarding, hiking, biking, and fantasy football.

Dr. Fenton embraces a fruitful partnership with Affordable Care and Local Start Dental, creating a future that continues to serve the tooth replacement population by providing compassionate, quality care with a patient centric philosophy.

Prosthodontist
Adjunct Faculty of Post-Grad Prosthodontics at NSU College of Dental Medicine
Dual Diplomate Surgical and Restorative
Fellow of the Academy of Osseointegration
Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantology

Dr. Almasri is a specialized Implant-Prosthodontic Surgeon. He received his D.D.S. (Doctor of Dental Surgery) and graduated with honors in 2003, ranking 1st in the oral surgery honors class. Dr. Almasri practiced general dentistry for several years prior to entering Nova SE University College of Dental Medicine in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, where he received his specialty certificate in Prosthodontics, serving as a Chief Resident and teaching other residents dental implant surgery.

He is currently an Adjunct Faculty member of the College of Dental Medicine’s Post-Grad Prosthodontic Program and travels few times a year to help the residents and serving their patients. He has also established the FastNewSmile® brand for the one-day dental implant procedure, and was named The Zygomatic Implant Expert by his peers. Not only does he perform the FastNewSmile® and Zygomatic Implant procedures, but he also gives lectures about the procedure to dentists locally, nation and worldwide.

Dr. Almasri is one of the few Dual Diplomates in the Surgical and Restorative Implant Dentistry at the Academy of Osseointegration (most elite international organization), a distinguished accomplishment achieved by only few colleagues worldwide in addition to that he has been voted Best Prosthodontist by his peers in the past few years consecutively.

Dr. Almasri’s passion to give back to the community, urged him to establish The New Smile Foundation; a Nonprofit Organization to help serve the less fortunate with dental implants. In addition to that, he established the 1on1 Implantology education platform that allows him to educate doctors across the country.

In the past, Dr. Almasri served as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, Texas and worked as a dental technician prior to getting his dental license.

Dr. Almasri is on the board of review for research papers and articles before they get published in the Journal of Prosthodontics and serves on the research committee for the Academy of Osseointegration. Dr. Almasri’s passion to give his best to patients inspired him to go to the Medical College of Georgia to get his Anesthesia training so that he could offer IV sedation to his patients.

Overall, Dr. Almasri is a pioneer in the world of dental implants.

Dr. Almasri excels in his area of expertise — prosthodontics and the surgical placement of dental implants. In addition to private practice, Dr. Almasri enjoys lecturing to both general dentists and specialists. He gives hands-on courses in the Department of Continuing Education at Nova SE University and is scheduled to provide further continuing education courses at the same institution and to present in meetings across the country.

Dr. Almasri is a Fellow and a Diplomate of the Academy of Osseointegration (most elite national organization), a distinguished accomplishment achieved by just over 100 colleagues in the United States (Research Committee and Young Clinicians Committee). He is a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, an active member of the American College of Prosthodontists, the American Dental Association, the Texas Dental Association and the Dallas County Dental Society. Dr Almasri is also a key opinion leader for the Straumann Group and a global education expert.
Dr. Almasri is a member of the American Academy of Facial Aesthetics.

Dr. Almasri’s research project involved a laboratory study that measured and compared the accuracy of cast implant frameworks versus implant frameworks made with a CADCAM milling protocol. The project and resultant paper won in the Table Clinic competition at the American College of Prosthodontists’ 39^th annual meeting in San Diego. The paper has since been published in the Journal of Prosthodontics. His research was one of the university centers’ utilized data, and he was a contributing author, to a paper that was published in the International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Implants.

Dr. Jay Khorsandi is a healthcare executive, sleep expert, and host of the Best Night Ever! podcast, blending over 24 years of clinical experience with a passion for biohacking, longevity, and peak performance. As Clinical Director of Orthodontic Aligner Solutions at Dentsply Sirona, he oversees multi-state clinical operations with a focus on quality and patient experience. Beyond his executive role, Dr. Khorsandi is a dedicated advocate for health optimization, combining cutting-edge science with practical strategies to help individuals sleep better, feel better, and live healthier lives. Through his podcast and platform, SleepBiohacker.com, he shares evidence-based insights on sleep, energy, and recovery—featuring conversations with leaders in longevity, wellness, biohacking, and oral health.

Ahmad “AK” Khater is the Co-founder and CEO of ITXPros, where he champions “Human Driven Dentistry™” by integrating advanced digital solutions that prioritize patient-centered care. With over 15 years of experience in digital dentistry, AK is known for his expertise in guided surgery, 3D printing, facial scanning, and intra-oral scanning technologies. His mission is to make high-quality, innovative dental solutions accessible to practices of all sizes, supporting dental professionals in delivering precision and excellence. AK’s commitment to advancing digital workflows and collaboration with industry leaders continues to set new standards for the future of dentistry.

Zach Lund is a former Olympian and coach in the sport of Skeleton, as well as an entrepreneur dedicated to pushing boundaries in life, sport, and business. He is currently writing Phoenix Rising: The 5 Principles to Living an Olympic-Level Life, a book that teaches how to apply the same principles that drive elite athletes to achieve excellence in everyday life. He is also the founder of Olympic Life, a business dedicated to helping individuals and organizations unlock their full potential through high-performance coaching, leadership development, and mindset training. In addition to his work with athletes and executives, Zach brings years of experience in the dental industry, where he has worked closely with oral surgeons and other specialists to elevate performance and growth. Beyond his athletic and coaching career, Zach is also deeply committed to grief support for children through the Dougy Center in Portland, Oregon, helping young people navigate loss with courage and love. In his free time, he enjoys camping and being in nature, playing all kinds of recreational sports, working out, and spending quality time with his three daughters.